Travelling from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Belfast. Explore your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when searching for a flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC).
2 hours 59 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Alicante-Elche Airport is located in Alicante. The city operates in the UTC+1 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Belfast.
The busiest route is from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC), with 19 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BFS to ALC is the 05:45 Jet2 option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:40 with Ryanair.
Your flight from Belfast to ALC won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You can jump on a direct flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
At BFS, you'll find a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport, including:
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Belfast to ALC with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between BFS and ALC include:
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
From central Belfast, BFS is approximately 32 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
In search of a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Looking to fly out of George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)? You can reserve a direct flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) out of this hub.
Top airlines that have direct flights from Belfast to ALC leaving from BHD include:
Break up your flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and ALC include:
Palma de Mallorca Airport (PMI)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
London Luton Airport (LTN)
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 12 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Belfast to ALC? Check in to a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
If you have a late flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ALC:
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Alicante. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 47 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
For a one-way ticket from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport, 29 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just 80 €. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from Belfast to ALC by booking at least 2 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from Belfast to ALC.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Alicante, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Alicante is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Belfast to ALC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Alicante
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Alicante right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Belfast to Alicante-Elche Airport:
MARQ Archaeological Museum of Alicante and Bandera de Españan are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Alicante itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Campo COMRADES.
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